1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2201 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | ZIL |
| Model | Guara | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
